Retool is a platform for quickly building internal applications for working with company data. It connects to databases, REST and GraphQL APIs, and other data sources, then lets you assemble interfaces from prebuilt components.
What you can build
- Admin panels and internal dashboards
- Analytics and reporting tools
- Apps to automate business processes
Key capabilities
- Visual editor with optional code for custom logic
- Data-source connections (databases, REST, GraphQL, and more)
- Publishing apps for internal use and sharing with teammates
- Collaboration features for teams
- Role-based access control and data permissions
- Security compliance: SOC 2 Type II
Retool is primarily aimed at developers and teams that need reliable internal tools without spending time building front ends from scratch. It can take some time to learn, especially without development experience. The platform is mainly online, with little to no offline functionality.
